Statius

Statius / edited and translated by D.R. Shackleton Bailey.

Statius' Silvae, thirty-two occasional poems, were written probably between 89 and 96 AD. Here the poet congratulates friends, consoles mourners, sends thanks, admires a memorable scene. The verse is light in touch, with a distinct picture quality. Statius gives us in these impromptu poems clea...

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Main Author: Statius, P. Papinius (Publius Papinius)
Other Authors: Shackleton Bailey, D. R. (David Roy), 1917-2005
Format: Book
Language:English
Latin
Published: Cambridge, Mass. : Harvard University Press, 2003.
Series:Loeb classical library ; 206, 207, 498.
Subjects:
Achilles > (Mythological character) > Poetry.
Polynices > (Greek mythological figure) > Poetry.
Eteocles, > King of Thebes (Mythological character) > Poetry.
Seven against Thebes (Greek mythology) > Poetry.
Sibling rivalry > Poetry.
Thebes (Greece) > Poetry.
Epic poetry, Latin.
Epic poetry, Latin > Translations into English.
Occasional verse, Latin.
Occasional verse, Latin > Translations into English.
Poetry.
Uniform Title:Works.
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Call Number: PA6697.E5 S5 2003
Status: Available
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